Radon Testing & Mitigation in Old Forge, PA

Radon testing in Old Forge

In many Old Forge homes, sealing the sump pit is part of bringing radon down.

Old Forge proudly calls itself the "Pizza Capital of the World," and its Main Street restaurants draw visitors from across the region. Off Main Street, the borough is a close-knit community of older homes along the Lackawanna River, between Scranton and Pittston.

Many of those homes have basements with sump pits, especially in the neighborhoods closer to the river. A sump pit is a direct opening to the soil beneath your house, and an unsealed one can be one of the largest radon entry points in a basement. Sealing it with an airtight cover is often a key part of bringing radon levels down.

A 48-hour test costs $150 to $250, with a certified report the day it ends. If the result is high, a one-day mitigation install seals the sump where needed and is verified with a follow-up test, so you can see the new number for yourself.

Buying or selling in Old Forge?

Old Forge is an active housing markets, which means a steady stream of buyer-ordered radon tests on inspection deadlines. A 48-hour monitored test fits inside a standard contingency window with the report delivered the day it ends — and if the number comes back high, mitigation is a one-day fix that typically lands at $1,000–$1,500 and closes out the issue before settlement. Tell us your closing date when you call and we'll schedule around it. Pricing details are on the cost page; answers to common questions are in the FAQ.